The Mahalwari system was prevalent in certain regions of northern and central India.
From whom was the land revenue collected under the Mahalwari system?

Correct option is A

Correct Answer: (A) Village head

Explanation:

• Under the Mahalwari system, land revenue was collected by the village head or village community (referred to as the Mahal).
• The Mahalwari system, introduced by Holt Mackenzie in the early 19th century, was implemented in regions of northern and central India.
• The village head (often a prominent landholder or the local leader) was responsible for collecting the revenue from the peasants and paying it to the government.

Information Booster:

• Mahalwari System: The term "Mahal" referred to a group of villages. The village head acted as the intermediary between the government and the peasants in these regions.
• Revenue Collection: The village head was responsible for organizing the collection of land revenue from individual peasants within the Mahal and ensuring that it was paid to the British authorities.